Confucianism

Con·fu·cian  (kn-fyshn)

adj.

Of, relating to, or characteristic of Confucius, his teachings, or his followers.

n.

An adherent of the teachings of Confucius.

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Con·fucian·ism n.

Con·fucian·ist n.

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Confucianism [kənˈfjuːʃəˌnɪzəm]

n

(Philosophy) the ethical system of Confucius, the Chinese philosopher and teacher of ethics (551-479 bc), emphasizing moral order, the humanity and virtue of China's ancient rulers, and gentlemanly education

Confucianist  n

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Confucianism

the philosophy and doctrines espoused by Confucius, 5th century B.C. Chinese philosopher and mor al teacher.

See also: China

Thesaurus

Noun

1.

Confucianism - the teachings of Confucius emphasizing love for humanity; high value given to learning and to devotion to family (including ancestors); peace; justice; influenced the traditional culture of China philosophical doctrine, philosophical theory - a doctrine accepted by adherents to a philosophy

Translations

Confucianism [kənˈfjuːʃənɪzəm] N → confucianismo m, confucionismo m

Confucianism

n → Konfuzianismus m